Cogan's syndrome is a rare autoimmune disorder with around 250 cases worldwide affecting young Caucasian adults in the third decade of life. This disease is characterized by audiovestibular disorders and inflammation in the eye. In this article, a case of Cogan's Syndrome was reported found in Dr. Hasan Sadikin Bandung ENT-HNS Clinic. Objective for this case report is as case study and knowledge because Cogan’s syndrome is a rare disease. Case: A 59-year-old woman with autoimmune disorders, interstitial keratitis in the eye and hearing loss in both ears, and without vestibular disorders. Audiogram examination revealed mild degree of sensorineural hearing loss in both ears. Patient is diagnosed with typical Cogan's Syndrome. Management of typical Cogan's Syndrome patients are the administration of methylprednisolone 48 mg per day; with a gradual reduction in dose; and prednisone eye drops, provides good response. Conclusion for this case report is Cogan’s syndrome are rare case and usually related with audiovestibular disorder and inflammation in the eye, management of Cogan's Syndrome with high doses of corticosteroids provides a good response.
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